Description

2,3,4,5,6,7-Hexamethyl-1H-Indene CAS NO 21866-46-6 is a highly substituted indene derivative, a versatile organic building block prized for its unique steric and electronic properties derived from its fully methylated aromatic ring system. This compound is critical for advanced material synthesis and fine chemical manufacturing where precise molecular architecture is required. It serves as a key intermediate for researchers and industrial chemists in the development of specialty polymers, ligands for catalysis, and complex organic frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a sophisticated precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: A crucial monomer or building block for creating specialty polymers, dendrimers, and organic electronic materials.
• Catalyst & Ligand Development: Used to synthesize sterically hindered ligands for transition metal catalysts in asymmetric synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for constructing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and other complex organic structures.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Employed in the development of high-performance, targeted crop protection agents.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing unique musk-like or aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4,5,6,7-Hexamethyl-1H-Indene
CAS No.	21866-46-6
Molecular Formula	C15H20
Molecular Weight	200.32 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Indene, 2,3,4,5,6,7-hexamethyl-; Hexamethylindene; 2,3,4,5,6,7-Hexamethylindene; Per-methylated indene; Indene, hexamethyl-; 21866-46-6; NSC 163022
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,3,4,5,6,7-Hexamethyl-1H-Indene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure high purity, consistency, and traceability. We provide comprehensive analytical data including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and purity against customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, and we support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks for our customers' target markets.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.